BTS (Korean: 방탄소년단; RR: Bangtan Sonyeondan), also known as the Bangtan Boys… Read Full Bio ↴BTS (Korean: 방탄소년단; RR: Bangtan Sonyeondan), also known as the Bangtan Boys, is a seven-member South Korean boy band formed in Seoul in 2013. The septet co-writes and produces much of their output. Originally a hip hop group, their musical style has evolved to include a wide range of genres. Their lyrics, often focused on personal and social commentary, touch on the themes of mental health, troubles of school-age youth, loss, the journey towards loving oneself, and individualism. Their work features references to literature and psychological concepts and includes an alternative universe storyline. Popular for their live performances, the group have staged several world tours.

The group initially formed as teenagers under Big Hit Entertainment and released their debut single album, 2 Cool 4 Skool (2013). Subsequent work such as their first U.S. Billboard 200 entries The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Part 2 (2015), The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever (2016), and Wings (2016) helped establish BTS' reputation as a socially conscious group. Wings became BTS' first album to sell one million copies in South Korea. By 2017, BTS crossed into the international music market, leading the Korean Wave into the United States and breaking numerous sales records, becoming the first Korean group to receive a certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) with their single "Mic Drop". The band is the first Korean act to top the U.S. Billboard 200 with their studio album Love Yourself: Tear (2018) and have since hit the top of the U.S. charts with their albums Love Yourself: Answer (2018) and Map of the Soul: Persona (2019), making BTS the first group since The Beatles to earn three number one albums in less than a year, and the fastest to earn three number one albums since The Monkees in 1967. Love Yourself: Answer also broke South Korea's Gaon Album Chart's all-time monthly record previously set by Love Yourself: Tear and became the first Korean album certified Gold in the United States.

According to Gaon Music Chart, BTS has sold fifteen million albums domestically and is the best-selling artist to debut in the 2010s. They hold the best-selling album in Korean history with Map of the Soul: Persona. BTS were the second best-selling artists of 2018 worldwide according to the IFPI's Global Artist Chart, as well as the only non-English speaking artist to enter the chart. The group has won Top Social Artist three years in a row and Top Duo/Group at the 26th Billboard Music Awards. Featured on Time's international cover as "Next Generation Leaders", BTS has appeared in the magazine's 25 most influential people on the internet (2017–2019) and Time's 100 most influential people in the world (2019), with the outlet giving them the nickname 'Princes of Pop'. Forbes Korea named BTS the most influential celebrities of Korea in 2018, and BTS ranked 43rd in the Forbes Celebrity 100 (2019) as one of the world's top-earning celebrities. During their 2019 Love Yourself World Tour, BTS became the first Asian artist ever to headline and sell out Wembley Stadium and broke the record for the single highest-grossing engagement in Rose Bowl Stadium history. BTS are worth more than $4.65 billion to South Korea's economy each year, attracting one in every 13 foreign tourists that visit the country, and are cited as one of the key acts boosting global music sales to $19 billion in 2018, a figure not seen since 2006 after digital purchases gained momentum.

Following the establishment of their Love Myself anti-violence campaign in partnership with UNICEF, BTS addressed the United Nations 73rd General Assembly and became the youngest ever recipients of the Order of Cultural Merit from the President of South Korea due to their contributions in spreading Korean culture and language.

Interlude : Wings
BTS Lyrics

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Take me to the sky

(Put your hands into the sky!)
(If you're feeling the vibe!)
(If you're ready to fly!)

어릴 적의 날 기억해
큰 걱정이 없었기에

이 작은 깃털이 날개가 될 것이고
그 날개로 날아보게 해줄 거란
믿음, 신념 가득 차 있었어
웃음소리와 함께

가지 말라는 길을 가고
하지 말라는 일을 하고
원해선 안 될 걸 원하고
또 상처받고, 상처받고
You can call me stupid
그럼 난 그냥 씩 하고 웃지
난 내가 하기 싫은 일로
성공하긴 싫어
난 날 밀어
Word

난 날 믿어 내 등이 아픈 건
날개가 돋기 위함인 걸
날 널 믿어 지금은 미약할지언정
끝은 창대한 비약일 걸
Fly, fly up in the sky
Fly, fly get 'em up high
니가 택한 길이야 새꺄 쫄지 말어
이제 고작 첫 비행인 걸 uh

Take me to the sky
훨훨 날아갈 수 있다면
영영 달아날 수 있다면
If my wings could fly
점점 무거워지는 공기를 뚫고 날아

날아 나 날아 난 날아가
Higher than higher than
Higher than the sky
날아 나 날아 난 날아가
붉게 물든 날개를 힘껏

Spread spread spread my wings
Spread spread spread my wings
Wings are made to fly fly fly

Fly fly fly
If my wings could fly

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of BTS's song "Interlude: Wings" encapsulate the themes of the group's broader oeuvre and explore the idea of spreading one's wings and flying higher. The song opens with a spoken-word call to action, urging listeners to raise their hands to the sky if they're feeling the vibe and ready to fly. The lyrics then delve into the idea of childhood innocence and an unshakeable faith in oneself despite encountering obstacles along the way. The song touches on the theme of defying societal expectations and overcoming the fear of failure while staying true to oneself.

The chorus is a rallying cry, encouraging listeners to spread their wings and soar high, breaking free from the shackles of doubt and uncertainty. The lyrics build to a triumphant climax, with the repeated phrase "If my wings could fly" becoming a powerful mantra, urging listeners to never give up on their dreams and continue reaching for the sky regardless of any setbacks.

Overall, "Interlude: Wings" celebrates the idea of personal growth, resilience, and self-belief, delivering an inspirational message that BTS is known for. The song is a reminder that everyone has the capacity to overcome challenges and obstacles, achieve their dreams, and soar higher, given the courage to spread their wings.

Line by Line Meaning

Take me to the sky
I want to fly and go beyond my current limitations

(Put your hands into the sky!)
Reach for greatness and embrace the endless possibilities of the sky above you

(If you're feeling the vibe!)
If you're ready and willing to take on new challenges and soar to great heights

(If you're ready to fly!)
If you're prepared to leave your comfort zone and conquer new horizons

I remember the days when I was young
Reflecting back to when life was simpler and less complicated

Without any big worries
Feeling care-free and without any major burdens or concerns

These small feathers will become wings
Using small steps to achieve great things, eventually leading to personal growth and development

And with those wings, I can fly to new heights
Breaking through barriers and reaching personal goals with self-belief and determination

Filled with confidence and conviction
Having a deep sense of self-confidence and inner strength to pursue one's dreams

Accompanied by the sound of laughter
Embarking on the journey with joy and enthusiasm, while enjoying the moment

Going down paths that I shouldn't
Taking risks and stepping out of one's comfort zone, despite the fear of the unknown

Doing things that I shouldn't do
Pushing beyond one's limitations and challenging the norm to achieve greatness

Wanting what I shouldn't want
Desiring more than what is deemed possible, and striving for bigger and better things

Getting hurt over and over again
Facing setbacks and obstacles along the way, but still persisting forward

You can call me stupid, but then I'll just smile and laugh
Ignoring negativity and criticism, and taking the high road with optimism

I don't want to succeed by doing things I don't enjoy
Focusing on pursuing passions and dreams, rather than forcing oneself to do tasks they dislike

I'm pushing myself forward
Motivating and inspiring oneself to reach new heights and achieve personal success

I believe in myself, and the pain in my back
Putting faith in one's abilities, and realizing that pain and hardship are necessary to grow and develop

Is to sprout wings
Suffering and pain acts as fuel for personal growth and transformation

Believe in yourself, even if you feel weak
Confidently pursuing one's goals, even in the face of adversity or self-doubt

The end result will be a soaring leap
Persevering through hardship and obstacles, will lead to great things and success

Fly, fly up in the sky
Taking flight to new heights and experiencing new opportunities and possibilities

Fly, fly get 'em up high
Soaring above the rest to achieve success and personal growth

The path you've chosen is up to you, don't be afraid
Taking ownership of your own destiny, and not letting fear hold you back

This is only the first flight
Beginning a journey of personal growth and development, with endless possibilities

If I could fly and soar into the sky
Dreaming of personal success and achieving great things that exceed one's current limitations

If I could fly forever and ever
Aiming high and having the drive to continuously succeed and grow

If my wings could fly
Recognizing one's potential and believing in oneself to reach new heights

Breaking through the increasingly heavy air
Pushing past obstacles and challenges, even when the odds seem to be against you

Fly high, fly above it all
Soaring to new heights, overcoming challenges, and experiencing great success

Flying higher than the sky
Exceeding personal expectations and succeeding beyond what one thought was possible

I fly, I soar, I fly away
Pursuing great things and achieving personal growth, ultimately leading to new opportunities and experiences

With red painted wings
Symbolizing the perseverance and sacrifices made in the pursuit of personal growth and success

Spread, spread, spread my wings
Emphasizing the importance of taking flight and pursuing one's dreams and passions

Wings are made to fly, fly, fly
Realizing the potential within oneself to achieve and overcome anything, and to ultimately soar to great heights

If my wings could fly
Believing in oneself to achieve great things and to ultimately reach one's full potential

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ho Weon Kang, Soo Hyun Park, Nam Jun Kim, Yoon Gi Min, Hoseok Jeong

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